DOSWELL, Va.— Togetherness takes on a whole new meaning as Kings Dominion announces plans for a multi-million dollar addition to its children’s area, Planet Snoopy. This 7-acre expansion will make Planet Snoopy the world’s largest Peanuts themed children’s area when it debuts in the spring of 2013.

Planet Snoopy will boast at least 12 new and re-themed attractions based on one of the most beloved comic strip characters. The attractions, designed for families to ride together, include an opportunity for a family to take to the skies in a balloon ride, twirl around in classic tea cups with a new twist and hop aboard a Peanuts themed railway. When the expansion is complete, Planet Snoopy will span nearly 14-acres.

In addition to the new family rides, Planet Snoopy will also feature:

A new iconic entrance fountain

Two live shows featuring family-friendly entertainment

Additional daily meet-and-greet opportunities with the Peanuts characters including Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy and, of course the world’s most popular Beagle – Snoopy

Planet Snoopy is based on the popular and world-wide sensation of Charles Schulz’s Peanuts characters, which have been family favorites for more than 60 years. From the famous comic strips, to the holiday movie classics, Peanuts has always brought families together for an out-of-this-world experience.

“Snoopy and the Peanuts gang are instantly recognizable and nostalgic characters that both parents and children can experience together,” Kings Dominion’s vice president and general manager Pat Jones said. “This sizeable expansion to Planet Snoopy is unparalleled in scope to anything in this region and re-affirms our commitment to delivering world-class family thrills and entertainment.”

Construction will begin after the park’s popular Halloween Haunt event at the end of October. The newly expanded Planet Snoopy is expected to open to the public in the spring of 2013. Those who cannot wait until next year can access exclusive updates, features, virtual renderings and more, including a webcam of the construction, at kingsdominion.com.